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Renton has Pride, finally

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Renton has Pride, finally

After many years of little events, the city and local groups create Pride events

Teen suspect in Renton rape may be charged as an adult

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Teen suspect in Renton rape may be charged as an adult

Charging documents outline how police investigated and arrested the suspect

City council decides to slow its roll on 20 mph changes

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City council decides to slow its roll on 20 mph changes

City considers pilot programs, or other methods, than a large rollout

Photo by Haley Ausbun. The fence now has woven with colorful privacy tape, plaques containing six languages and over 100 symbols that were created by students and residents in the Sunset neighborhood.

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“A fence that unites” – City dedicates new Sunset Boulevard art

Tape weaving in a fence on Sunset Boulevard finished over the weekend

They could have met Mickey, but chose to help others

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They could have met Mickey, but chose to help others

Hazen High School students spend time volunteering over fun at Disney World

Photo by Haley Ausbun.

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Police beat firefighters, but local nonprofit is the winner

First Responders Bowl raises money for I Am Lionhardt

Police report homicide in Renton

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Police report homicide in Renton

A woman in her 40s was killed in a domestic violence situation in Renton on Monday, June 10,…

Angela Sheffey-Bogan

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Renton educator honored by alma mater

Angela Sheffey-Bogan is being recognized as the 2019 Distinguished Alumna for Highline College.

2016 volunteer Carol Abrahamson helps sort food at the Salvation Army Renton Rotary Food bank. From the Renton Reporter archives.

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Salvation Army calls on residents to volunteer

Bodies needed to make sure regular free dinners go smoothly

Engineers try to get ahead of construction smell in Renton

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Engineers try to get ahead of construction smell in Renton

Large wastewater treatment pipe project underway, could cause an odor

The first ever Male Athlete of the Year for the Renton Reporter went to Jake Wright, left. He was awarded a plaque by Renton Reporter editor Danielle Chastaine (right).                                Photo by Haley Ausbun

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This Athlete of the Year is becoming a Cougar in the fall

After an exciting run this year, Liberty senior and football star Jake Wright was voted as Male Athlete…

Man attempts to rob teen with a boxcutter

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Man attempts to rob teen with a boxcutter

Teen was accosted in his driveway, received injuries

Sunny days for the Renton Farmers Market

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Sunny days for the Renton Farmers Market

The Renton Farmers Market opened for the 2019 season Tuesday, June 4 at Piazza Park. This year the…

Photo courtesy of Renton Police Department. Footage of two persons suspected in a suspicious fire from May 20.

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Police search for toilet paper arson suspects

Public asked to help identify two men in video footage

The first ever Female Athlete of the Year for the Renton Reporter, Lia Evans (right) is awarded a plague from the Renton Reporter’s editor Danielle Chastaine (left).                                Photo by Haley Ausbun

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Lindbergh Fastpitch player is the first Female Athlete of the Year

Lindbergh High School junior Lia Evans wants sports fans to pay more attention to women’s sports, especially at…

From the city of Renton website. The child had a suspicious injury after spending time on Memorial Day at Riverview Park.

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Update: Renton child shot on Memorial Day with air gun pellet

Police seek more information from public. The child is now at home expected to make a full recovery.

Small plane crashes at Renton airport

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Small plane crashes at Renton airport

Firefighters on scene, pilot and passenger safe

Courtesy of the Landed website.

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Housing for Renton, Kent educators just became more accessible

Doug Baldwin helps district partner with Landed

Encouraging bananas

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Encouraging bananas

School employee brings cheer during test week

Courtesy of the Renton City Retro Facebook page.

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Gaming expo sees continued success

Renton City Retro Expo celebrates its sixth year